real tree branches?

would it be a problem to put real tree branches in a tank, i was thinking about making decorations my self as i am a big diyer, so what are the draw backs from putting real branches and stuff in there?

this may be a stupid question as i know the snakes live out in the wild and they seem to do fine there, just curious because i dont see many with the real stuff in there...

thanks,

mike

It's perfectly fine. Avoid pine and other evergreens. If you have any concern about bugs you can either let them air dry for a few weeks or bake them on a low heat in the oven, but it's optional - there's no chance of bringing in snake mites or anything like that.

That's awesome, because i have a pretty good idea what i would like to do, i am sure i will be messing around with something here in the near future! keep your eye in the DIY section!



Thanks for the quick reply!

Mike

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Originally Posted by Snake Judy

there's no chance of bringing in snake mites or anything like that.

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You must not live in Florida.

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Originally Posted by Slim

You must not live in Florida.

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i dont! i live in good ol' VA...

Mike

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Originally Posted by Slim

You must not live in Florida.

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Snake mites aren't native to North America and the nymphs only have a window of a few days to find a reptile host, so you'd have to gather material somewhere that an infested escapee snake has very recently rested. Not impossible I guess (particularly in Florida!), but chances are slim, Slim. :P

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Originally Posted by Slim

You must not live in Florida.

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My thoughts exactly!

IMO you should sterilizate anything you put into a reptile enclosure whether it is bought in a store or from outside. Mites are not the only thing you need to worry about!!!!!

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